Debra R. Schoenberg

Practice areas

Family Law

Focus areas

Alimony & Spousal Support, Child Support, Custody & Visitation, Dissolution, Divorce, Domestic Violence, Marital Property, Paternity, Prenuptial Agreements, Same Sex Family Law

DEBRA R. SCHOENBERG, ESQ., BOASTS AN EXTENSIVE AND ILLUSTRIOUS PROFESSIONAL JOURNEY.

Debra R. Schoenberg, Esq., has cultivated an esteemed reputation as a prominent figure in the realm of family law. She has achieved this through the establishment of trust, integrity, and open communication with her clients, marking her as a respected leader. With a career spanning over three decades, Debra R. Schoenberg embarked on her remarkable journey when she founded the Schoenberg Family Law Group. Her profound expertise and extensive experience within the intricate and delicate domain of family law have solidified her position as a reliable advocate within the legal community. Renowned for her meticulous approach, strategic acumen, and unwavering attention to detail, Ms. Schoenberg is held in high regard. Her unwavering dedication and loyalty drive her to safeguard her clients’ dignity and humanity as they navigate the challenging and emotionally taxing process of dissolution.

Remaining at the forefront of the dynamic landscape of family law, Ms. Schoenberg remains at the forefront as societal definitions of family continue to evolve. Her specialization encompasses diverse areas such as divorce, prenuptial agreements, spousal support, child support, child custody, visitation rights, domestic violence, paternity, and same-sex family law. Moreover, Ms. Schoenberg adeptly manages a spectrum of cases, ranging from intricate financial disputes and substantial marital estates to high-conflict custody battles.

Proficient in both negotiation and vigorous litigation, she handles uncomplicated family law cases, marital agreements, and settlements with equal finesse. A lifelong advocate for fairness and equity, Ms. Schoenberg masterfully strikes the balance between compassionate sensitivity and assertive advocacy of her clients’ rights.

As a prominent figure in family law, Ms. Schoenberg frequently assumes the role of a lecturer, sharing her insights with fellow members of the legal community. Her contributions have earned her the distinction of being a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, a National Board of Trial Advocacy-certified Board-Certified Family Law Trial Specialist, and a State of California Board of Legal Specialization Certified Family Law Specialist. Esteemed recognition includes listings in the Directory of Super Lawyers following rigorous confidential evaluations by peers.

US News and World Report have recognized Ms. Schoenberg as one of the nation’s preeminent lawyers. The San Francisco Business Times consistently names her among the Top 100 Women-Owned Businesses, the 100 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in the Bay Area, the Top 25 LGBT-Owned Businesses in the Bay Area, and as a Leading Corporate Philanthropist.

Furthermore, her peers and professional accomplishments have led to her selection as one of the Top Women Attorneys in Northern California. The American Institute of Family Law Attorneys has honored her as one of the Ten Best Family Law Attorneys in California, while the Schoenberg Family Law Group has repeatedly been listed among the top three family law firms in the Bay Area. Parents’ Press East Bay has also bestowed upon them the title of Best of Bay. Most recently, the American Institute of Legal Counsel named Ms. Schoenberg one of the Top 10 California Attorneys, recognizing her commitment to families and her dedication to finding optimal solutions for her clients. Ms. Schoenberg’s affiliations extend to the California, New York, and Vermont Bar Associations, and she is also an accomplished author, having penned the book “Divorce in California.”